A clump-forming, nearly evergreen, bulbous perennial with narrow green leaves. Produces a tall spike of star-shaped deep purple-blue or white flowers in early summer. Max Height 15cm to 30cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Harmful if eaten.
Scilla peruviana
A clump-forming, nearly evergreen, bulbous perennial with narrow green leaves. Produces a tall spike of star-shaped deep purple-blue or white flowers in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Scilla |
|---|---|
| Species | peruviana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue, purple, white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm, 30cm |
| Family | Hyacinthaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Under planting |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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